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The Big Game Recipes: Touchdown Guacamole Trio

By January 26, 2024No Comments

Looking for some tasty recipes to enjoy during the Big Game? Look no further than these delicious and easy-to-make recipes that will surely be a hit with your guests. Whether you’re looking for classic guacamole, a new take on sliders, or a unique twist on pepper poppers, we’ve got you covered with these mouthwatering recipes. 

Game Day Guac

Serves 3-4

This guac recipe is the perfect addition to any sports viewing party or casual gathering. The creamy avocados mixed with fresh tomato, onion, and garlic make for a deliciously satisfying dip that pairs perfectly with crunchy tortilla chips.

Ingredients

  • 3-4 large ripe avocados, seeded and peeled
  • 1.5 Tbsp. freshly-squeezed lemon or lime juice
  • 1 medium tomato, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp. jalapeno, diced (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp. cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Mash avocados with a fork. 
  2. Mix in lemon or lime juice and garlic. 
  3. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
  4. Serve with corn tortilla chips.

Avo-Topped Bell Pepper Poppers

Serves 3-4

Want a delicious and healthy appetizer packed with flavor and protein that’s perfect for any gathering? Try these tangy poppers, which can be whipped up easily and served in just a few minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef or turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning 
  • 2 red bell peppers, sliced into bowl-like sections
  • 2 yellow bell peppers, sliced into bowl-like sections
  • 1 large tomato, diced 
  • 1 large avocado, seeded, peeled, diced
  • ⅓ cup green onions, chopped 

Instructions 

  1. Brown the meat in a skillet and add taco seasoning per the instructions on the packet.
  2. Place the bell pepper slices on a serving platter and fill with the cooked meat.
  3. Sprinkle on green onions, tomato, and avocado.
  4. Serve immediately with guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.

Zesty Shrimp & Guacamole Bruschetta Sliders

Serves 3-4

With just the right amount of zing, these shrimp and guac sliders are the perfect appetizer for your hungry squad. The combination of seasoned shrimp, fresh guacamole, and cherry tomatoes on lightly toasted baguette makes for a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish.

Ingredients

Shrimp:

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. shrimp, defrosted, deveined

Seasoning:

  • ½ tsp. Paprika
  • ½ tsp. sea salt
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ⅛ tsp. ground pepper

Guacamole:

  • 3-4 large ripe avocados, pitted, peeled 
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 Tbsp. lime juice
  • ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt to taste

6-8 slices of baguette (or other) bread

Instructions

Guacamole:

  1. Mash avocados with a fork in a medium bowl. 
  2. Mix in lime juice, garlic, and onion. 
  3. Cover and set aside.

Bread:

  1. Drizzle bread lightly with olive oil and toast in the oven.

Shrimp:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. 
  2. Place shrimp in a medium bowl and coat well with the seasoning mixture. 
  3. Add shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and cooked through. NOTE: Perfectly cooked shrimp are pink, shaped like a C, and have bright red tails.  

Assemble:

  1. Add a layer of guacamole to each slice of toast.
  2. Arrange cherry tomato halves and shrimp on top of the guac.
  3. Dust with ground pepper to taste.
  4. Enjoy immediately.